Assistant Professor (Term) - Exercise Science

University of Louisville • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

Assistant Professor Position in Exercise Physiology Clinical Faculty Member (10-month appointment) The Department of Health and Sport Sciences (HSS) in the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at the University of Louisville invites applications for a 10-month clinical (term, non-tenure) faculty position. Preferred candidates will hold an advanced doctoral degree in a field related to Human Performance and/or Exercise Physiology and have an excellent record of industry experience and academic teaching experience in a university setting. Candidates with evidence of teaching repertoire in more than one human performance-related area (strength and conditioning, sport science/sport analytics, sport nutrition, environmental physiology, long-term athlete development, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply. We seek to strengthen the department with a professional who will make a significant scholarly impact on our students, advance the program through service, enhance the college’s urban mission, and expand our partnerships within the College, the University, and the community. COMPANY DESCRIPTION Louisville, the 29th largest city in the nation, is a thriving community that is increasingly diverse and known for Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, excellent college sports, competitive schools, geographic centrality, and moderate climate. The University of Louisville is a state-supported research university of approximately 22,000 students located in Kentucky’s largest metropolitan area. It was a municipally endorsed public institution for many decades prior to joining the university system in 1970. The University of Louisville has three campuses: the 287-acre Belknap Campus located three miles from downtown Louisville that houses 7 of the 12 colleges and schools; the Health Sciences Center which is situated in downtown Louisville's medical complex and houses the university's health related programs and the University of Louisville Hospital; and the Shelbyhurst Campus located in eastern Jefferson County. Visit the University of Louisville web site at www.louisville.edu/edu/hss for more information. The mission of the Department of Health and Sport Sciences is centered on the development and preparation of individuals to be future leaders in a variety of metropolitan settings including higher education, allied health services, public and private corporations, and governmental agencies. The Department prepares and trains professionals in exercise science, exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, health education, physical education, sport management, and youth sports. The Department fulfills its mission by providing students with research-driven, student-focused, real-world experiences in a state-of-the-art setting with laboratory and academic spaces. We provide academic instruction at the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels in addition to conducting theoretical and applied research. The Department also serves the University and metropolitan community through a variety of service classes fostering healthy and active lifestyles and by contributing professional consulting and service-learning opportunities to a diverse student body and community. The Department serves over 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students and includes 26 full-time faculty members.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Performance, Exercise Physiology, or field related to the position
• Current CSCS certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association
• Diverse practical (hands-on) experience working in human performance with various athletic entities and sports teams
• Successful teaching experience in at least one of the following content areas: strength and conditioning, sport science/sport analytics, sport nutrition, environmental physiology, long-term athlete development
• Demonstrates ability to work well and ethically with colleagues
• Demonstrates interest in working in partnership with the university and communities in diverse settings

Nice To Haves

• Relevant human performance certifications including the CSCC, USAW Level 1, CPSS, FMS Level 1, etc.
• Record of mentoring undergraduate or graduate students in internship placement and completion
• Experience working with accrediting bodies such as CAAHEP and NSCA’s Education Recognition Program
• Experience working with novel technology in human performance (dual force plates, velocity-based training, etc.)
• Evidence of knowledge or experience in incorporating technology in instructional practices
• Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-based teaching practices

Responsibilities

• Term (non-tenure) faculty are expected to teach undergraduate Exercise Physiology courses and/or graduate courses in Human Performance (see content area needs below).
• The provision of a student-focused experience that integrates lecture and practical application with real world experience in a state-of-the-art academic setting is vital to the mission of the Exercise Physiology program.
• The maintenance of a curriculum that remains in accordance with the program’s accrediting bodies (the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Education Recognition Program) is expected.
• In addition to teaching, faculty are also expected to perform duties in service to the Program, Department, and/or College in accordance with the awarded contract.
• This may include the following: human performance student internship site placement and management, student advising and mentorship, graduate and undergraduate program leadership, collaborating with community agencies and internship sites, and participating in the ongoing development of the program and/or department.
• Appointments are typically 10-month periods with the possibility of summer teaching and/or research opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees